Jokerman

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"Jokerman" is a 1983 Bob Dylan song, known for its enigmatic, biblical- and political-tinged lyrics and prominent place in his live performances.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf song
album Infidels NERFINISHED
artist Bob Dylan
associatedAct Dire Straits (via producer Mark Knopfler) NERFINISHED
composer Bob Dylan
countryOfOrigin United States of America
surface form: United States
firstLivePerformanceYear 1984
genre folk rock
rock
hasCriticalReception considered a standout track on Infidels
often praised for its lyrics
hasInstrumentationFeature electric guitar
keyboards
prominent bass
hasLyricalTheme biblical references
enigmatic symbolism
political commentary
spiritual imagery
hasMusicVideo true
hasStyleCharacteristic dense allusions
mid-tempo groove
surreal imagery
hasSubject faith and doubt
modern politics
power and leadership
prophetic vision
includedInTourSetlists True
includedOnCompilation various Bob Dylan compilation albums
language English
length approximately 6 minutes
lyricist Bob Dylan
medium studio recording
musicVideoDirector George Lois NERFINISHED
Larry Sloman NERFINISHED
notableFor biblical allusions
enigmatic lyrics
political overtones
prominent place in Bob Dylan live performances
partOfAlbum Infidels NERFINISHED
performer Bob Dylan
producer Bob Dylan NERFINISHED
Mark Knopfler NERFINISHED
recordingPeriod 1983
recordLabel Columbia Records
releaseDate 1983

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